Broward County and Fort Lauderdale Criminal Defense Lawyers

Our lawyers include a State and Federal Nominee, Two(2) AV-Rated lawyers by Martindale-Hubbell, a lawyer recognized by Super Lawyers in multiple years, a Legal Elite in Florida Trend Magazine and a former Board member in the Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers.

Fort Lauderdale, Coral Springs, Hollywood, Lighthouse Point, Margate

561-367-8777866-608-5529

Criminal charges of any nature are extremely serious. For those that are facing a criminal offense, consequences such as hefty fines and imprisonment can be a very real concern. The costs of a conviction, or even an arrest, can really impact a person’s life, possibly limiting future career options, housing selections as well as creating other serious problems.

Those that have been charged with any criminal act, no matter how big or small, must have the representation of a criminal defense attorney who can protect them from enduring the worst criminal consequences. If you have been charged with a crime in Fort Lauderdale, Coral Springs, Lighthouse Point, Margate or elsewhere in Broward County, a Broward County Criminal Defense Attorney at Whittel & Melton can help you understand the challenges you are facing and provide you with the fullest protection possible.

Fort Lauderdale White Collar Crimes

While white collar crimes are often considered less serious than sex crimes or violent offenses, the penalties that are attached to a conviction for such an offense are quite severe. Those convicted of these crimes face the very real chance of being sent to prison for years and repaying tremendous fines.

White collar crimes can be charged as state or federal crimes. Regardless of the level of the charges, it is essential that those accused of white collar crimes have an attorney fighting in their corner to protect them against the charges they are facing. If you have been accused of a white collar crime in Broward County, a Criminal Defense Lawyer at Whittel & Melton knows what you are up against and just how damaging a conviction can be to your career and lifestyle.

At Whittel & Melton, we represent white collar criminal suspects in many different types of cases, including the following:

Health Care Fraud

Tax Fraud

Immigration Law Violations

Counterfeiting

Mail Fraud

Wire Fraud

Bankruptcy Fraud

Embezzlement

Credit Card Fraud

Insurance Fraud

Bank Fraud

Conspiracy

Identity Theft

Antitrust

Money Laundering

Any of the above crimes can carry considerable consequences for an individual who is found guilty of them. Keep in mind that the professional penalties of a white collar crime conviction can by far outweigh any court-ordered punishments. That is why you must have an aggressive Broward County Criminal Defense Attorney at Whittel & Melton on your side to help combat the allegations.

Broward County Sex Crime Allegations

Sex crimes are quite possibly some of the most serious crimes a person can be accused of. The penalties attached to a sex crimes conviction are often more severe than those associated with violent crimes, like murder or armed robbery. Furthermore, the social impact that a sex crimes conviction carries, mainly as a result of sex offender registration, can forever damage a person’s life.

If you have been accused of a sex crime in Fort Lauderdale, Coral Springs, Lighthouse Point, Margate and everywhere else in between, a Broward County Criminal Defense Attorney at Whittel & Melton understands the ramifications a conviction can have on your life.

At Whittel & Melton, we have the knowledge and resources to protect sex crime suspects in many different cases, and we stand ready to put our experience to work for you if your case involves:

Child Molestation

Child Sexual Abuse

Child Exploitation

Child Pornography Possession

Child Pornography Distribution/Transmission

Traveling to Meet a Minor

Voyeurism

Failure to Register as a Sexual Predator

Human Trafficking

Indecent Exposure

Internet Solicitation/Computer Sting Operation

Lewd and Lascivious Conduct

Prostitution

Violent Crimes

Violent crimes can vary in nature, but are usually very serious. While some violent offenses may only be classified as misdemeanors and others as felonies, the consequences of any violent crime can change your life forever. Prison time, fines, probation, community service and more may result from these types of crimes, and a criminal record that is associated with violent crime may have everlasting professional and social consequences.

Our Broward County Criminal Defense Lawyers at Whittel & Melton have helped clients in a variety of different criminal situations, which helps us determine successful legal strategies for clients in a broad range of violent crimes cases, including those involving:

Assault and Battery

Aggravated Assault

Murder, Manslaughter or Homicide

Rape or Sexual Assault

Firearm and Weapons Charges

Armed Robbery

Domestic Violence and Child Abuse

Sadly, many people are quick to judge those accused of violent offenses, and presume an individual is guilty just based on the stigma surrounding violent crimes. For this reason alone, those accused of a violent crime must secure legal representation as soon as possible.

Contact Us

If you have been accused of any type of criminal offense, including a white collar crime, sex crime or violent crime, your rights and freedoms are in serious jeopardy. Contact a Broward County Criminal Defense Attorney at Whittel & Melton today at 561-367-8777 or reach us statewide and toll-free at 866-608-5529 to discuss your rights and options under the law in a completely free and confidential consultation.

The information listed below may be useful if you or someone close to you has been charged with a criminal offense in Broward County. Please remember to consult with us first before making any attempts to reach one of the parties listed below.

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11020 Northcliffe Blvd

Spring Hill, FL34608

Phone: 352-666-2121Fax: 352-556-4839

PASCO

8221 State Road 54

New Port Richey, FL34655

Phone: 727-847-2299

PINELLAS

One Progress Plaza

200 Central Ave #400

St. Petersburg, FL33701

Phone: 727-823-0000Fax: 727-898-2001

CITRUS

111 W Main St #303

Inverness, FL34450

Phone: 352-726-0078

LAKE - SUMTER

123 N Florida St

Bushnell, FL33513

Phone: 352-793-9330

MARION - THE VILLAGES

118 SW Fort King St

Ocala, FL34451

Phone: 352-369-5334

ALACHUA - LEVY

2627 NW 43rd St #201

Gainesville, FL32606

Phone: 352-264-7800

HILLSBOROUGH

2909 W Bay to Bay Blvd #300

Tampa, FL33629

Phone: 813-221-3200

BOCA RATON

3700 Airport Rd #401

Boca Raton, FL33431

Phone: 561-367-8777

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